In the heart of the Museum District, a love of learning has been taking place for over 100 years at Saint Benedict Catholic School. St. Benedict is the oldest parochial school in Richmond, and is recognized throughout the entire region for its well-prepared graduates and academic success.
Located at the corner of Grove and North Belmont, this private school has been part of the Museum District community since 1919. Richmond residents seek St. Benedict Catholic School for a classical education curriculum for students from prekindergarten through eighth grade. Class sizes are small, so students receive personal attention, and teachers and staff know every child by name and actively support each student throughout their journey here.
The steps leading up to the front door are iconic because generations of St. Benedict students have had their class pictures taken here since the school’s beginning. “Comets, let your light shine bright” is the message students hear at graduation, inspiring them to be good citizens who lead meaningful lives. Most of the students go onto their first-choice high schools after completing St. Benedict Catholic School. Wherever they go in their futures, it’s sure to be bright. Each student takes with them a legacy of academic excellence and a desire to do good for others, thanks to a foundation instilled in them at St. Benedict.
Saint Benedict Catholic School
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
3100 Grove Ave,
Richmond, VA
234
Students
A+
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Annual Tuition
$7,354
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Niche Grade
A
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
16
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Full Time Teachers
12
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Part Time Teachers
4
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Teachers in First or Second Year
16%
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
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Male
51.7%
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Female
48.3%
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White
60.6%
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Hispanic
22.7%
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Black
8.4%
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Two or more races
5.9%
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Asian
2.5%
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This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/24/2025
I had a really wonderful experience at St. Benedict's. I could tell that my teachers cared about me and all my classmates and truly wanted us to be well equipped for high school, college, and life in general. I grew so much in my faith and as a person while attending and I am very grateful for the experience.
7/8/2025
It is a joy to teach at St. Benedict School. The Faculty, Administration and Support Staff work beautifully together to provide the students with a superior learning experience in a safe and nurturing educational environment in the classical Catholic tradition.
9/24/2021
Excellent School!!! Love the atmosphere and the staff. They always make sure students are learning properly.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/6/2022
This school is most remarkable! My child attended this school many years ago and later St Gertrude's! She received a most incredible education at St Benedict's and later at St Grutrude's! In my observation the best any child could obtain from anywhere! It is with great sorrow that I see that both se...
7/28/2015
we love the school, the staff and teacher are very nive. i will recomment the scholl to my friend, my kids are very happy there, a good eviroment for children.
2/2/2015
St Benedict's School is a Catholic K - 8 school offering a good sound Catholic education. Our son enjoys his studies at the school. If we had any complaints to make it would be that there are no playing fields at the school or access to a swimming pool, this would have made our son's experience more...
5/10/2013
My daughter attend this school from switching from Fox. She thoroughly enjoys the school. The camaraderie and school spirit is undeniable. She has been challenged in ways that you would expect when you are paying for your child's education and has become a better learner and now knows how to study....
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Map
List Price Range
$219K - $2.1M
Homes For Sale
3
Average Home Value
$702,972
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
70%
Average Household Income
$103,491
% of College Grads
76.1%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,936 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
61.4%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Private
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Thomas Jefferson Tot Lot
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Byrd Park
- Lake
- Trails
Scuffletown Park
- Picnic Area
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Grayland Tot Lot
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Humphrey Calder Park
- Baseball/Softball
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- Picnic Area
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Saint Benedict Catholic School is a private Catholic school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 3100 Grove Ave in Richmond, VA. Annual tuition is $7,354. The school has a total enrollment of 234 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Saint Benedict Catholic School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average home value in this area is $702,972. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cristo Rey Richmond High School, Benjamin & Lillian Rochkind Yeshiva Of Virginia, St. Catherine's School, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Saint Benedict Catholic School.